Indian hockey
'We are not here to just make up the numbers': Wales issue warning to opponents
The excitement and anticipation for the mega event was evident on their faces as they touched down at the Biju Patnaik International Airport here on Saturday. Shipperley said that his side are keen to ensure the year begins with a bang.
Men's Hockey World Cup: New Zealand, Malaysia receive warm welcome on arrival in Rourkela
New Zealand and Malaysia reached Rourkela from Bhubaneswar through charter flights. Placed in Pool C with the Netherlands, Malaysia and Chile, Nic Woods' side will play debutants Chile (January 14) and Netherlands (January 16) in Rourkela, before taking on Malaysia (January 19) at the iconic Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
Gritty Indian Junior men, women hockey teams recall a memorable outing in 2022
While the Women, got the nation to rally behind them in the FIH Junior Hockey Women's World Cup in Potchefstroom, South Africa when they gave nemesis England a close run for their money in the Bronze Medal, the Indian Junior Men's team lifted the prestigious Sultan of Johor Cup. At the FIH Junior Hockey Women's World Cup, the Salima Tete-led squad were on song beating Wales 5-1, Germany 2-1, Malaysia 4-0 in the pool D group stage matches. Taking on a strong Korean side in the Quarter Final, the team rose to the occasion as they beat Korea 3-0.
Ahead of FIH World Cup, Hockey India announces cash prize to further boost morale of Indian team
The national governing body for hockey will reward the members of the Indian team led by Harmanpreet Singh with INR 25 lakh each for a gold medal-winning feat at the prestigious quadrennial event while the members of the support staff will be honoured with INR 5 Lakh each.
Men's Hockey World Cup: Trophy returns to Odisha after a successful nationwide tour
The magnificent trophy tour kicked off on December 5 with Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik presenting the trophy to Hockey India President and Padma Dr Dilip Tirkey in Bhubaneswar. The trophy travelled across 13 states and one Union Territory, including the national capital, New Delhi, over the last three weeks.
Excitement at an all-time high for FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 as all match tickets sell out in Rourkela
The tournament, which is set to begin on January 13, 2023, will see 16 elite hockey teams from around the world in action. Eager to witness the thrilling world hockey action taking place in Rourkela for the first time, the fans gathered in large numbers outside the newly constructed Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium since the opening of the Box Office on December 19 to buy tickets.
Harmanpreet to lead team as Hockey India announces squad for World Cup
India are in Group D with England, Spain and Wales in the 16-team competition that will be held from January 13 to 29, 2023.
FIH Women's Nations Cup 2022: India look to continue winning run, face Ireland in semis
The Savita-led Indian team began their campaign with a dominant 3-1 win over Chile, then defeated Japan 2-1 before defeating South Africa 2-0 in their third Pool B match to top the group with nine points and secure their place in the semi final. The FIH Women's Nations Cup 2022 is an important fixture in the international calendar as it brings in a system of promotion-relegation, with the Champions being promoted to the 2023-24 FIH Hockey Women's Pro League.
Indian Women's hockey team continue winning momentum, defeat South Africa 2-0
In their previous two matches, India defeated Chile 3-1 and Japan 2-1, respectively. With three straight wins, India is placed on top of pool B with nine points and will play the semifinal against Ireland. In pool A, hosts Spain lead the points table after two wins and a draw.
Women's Nations Cup: Indian women's hockey team keeps up winning streak; beat Japan 2-1
India had started their campaign to get promoted to the FIH Pro League next season by defeating Chile 3-1 In their opening match on Sunday. With two back-to-back wins, India are placed on top of Pool B with six points while in Pool A, hosts Spain lead the points table after two successive wins.
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